Grafton, Auckland

1243 days ago

Shellfish ban at Cockle Bay begins

Neighbourly.co.nz

Gathering shellfish in Auckland's Cockle Bay is no longer permitted, as a year-round ban on collection comes into force tomorrow.

Fisheries New Zealand enforced the closure after research showed a significant drop in the number of large cockle in the area.

In a statement, Fisheries New … View more
Gathering shellfish in Auckland's Cockle Bay is no longer permitted, as a year-round ban on collection comes into force tomorrow.

Fisheries New Zealand enforced the closure after research showed a significant drop in the number of large cockle in the area.

In a statement, Fisheries New Zealand's manager inshore fisheries north, Jacob Hore, said that this ban was in place to help the population recover and will be reviewed after a period of three years.

"We use the best available science and information to determine if changes are required to management settings to ensure our fisheries remain sustainable. This information, along with feedback through public consultation, shaped our advice to the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries on his decision to implement a full year-round closure at Cockle Bay/Tuwakamana," he said.

What you need to know:

- There is a ban on gathering any intertidal shellfish including cockles, green lipped mussels, oysters, crabs, limpets, starfish, periwinkles, whelks, barnacles, and snails.
- Signs have been updated and fisheries officers will be regularly patrolling the area.
- The closure will be reviewed after three years.

Fisheries NZ is encouraging beach-goers who see any suspicious activity to report it to 0800 4 POACHER (0800 47 62 24)

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1243 days ago

Mother's Day Gift Boxes selling fast!

Sophie from Celebration Box

Our Mother's Day Gift Collection is selling fast. Make sure to get your orders in ASAP - you can select your delivery date at the checkout.

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1244 days ago

We Say/You Say: Water Conservation

The Team from Community News

Hi Auckland,

What are your water-saving hacks?

Water restrictions for the city are to remain in place until August, and similar bans on water use may return next summer.

Watercare is set to ask council to remove restrictions on outdoor water use, if rain forecasts, the state of the … View more
Hi Auckland,

What are your water-saving hacks?

Water restrictions for the city are to remain in place until August, and similar bans on water use may return next summer.

Watercare is set to ask council to remove restrictions on outdoor water use, if rain forecasts, the state of the region’s storage lakes, and a new supply boost all eventuate as hoped.

Watercare said Aucklanders had significantly cut water use, and the biggest supply boost – another 50 million litres a day from the Waikato River – should be available from August.

Presently, Auckland's dams are 51.4 per cent full compared with an average of 76.6, and Auckland's water usage is more than 10 per cent lower than Watercare had estimated.

Share your saving tips below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments used in your local community paper.
Read more

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1244 days ago

Do your curtains & blinds need a professional clean?

The Team from Textile Cleaning Services

Textile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.

We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.

Help is just a phone call away.

Having cleaned thousands of curtains, … View more
Textile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.

We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.

Help is just a phone call away.

Having cleaned thousands of curtains, drapes and blinds across Auckland for over 25 years, Textile Cleaning is highly recommended!
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1244 days ago

Mini CooperS in Stick Shift for SALE!

Victor from Parnell

This is a 2008 CooperS Turbo in electric Blue. Rediscovering the joy and excitement of driving
a stick shift all over again. Didn't realise it was that easy with the gear-change, zipping around town or driving down the country roads on weekends. It's our 3rd car, and we have to let it … View more
This is a 2008 CooperS Turbo in electric Blue. Rediscovering the joy and excitement of driving
a stick shift all over again. Didn't realise it was that easy with the gear-change, zipping around town or driving down the country roads on weekends. It's our 3rd car, and we have to let it go our to smaller parking space.

Price: $9,950

1246 days ago

Pavlova roulade & baked Cheesecake

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Sweet at heart? Two classic desserts prepared by our Foundation cooks - A delicious twist on a classic Kiwi Pavlova, rolled up into a roulade and filled with Lemon curd cream. An authentic New York baked cheese cake with a garnish of strawberry compote.

1244 days ago

How does sleep affect your daily routine?

Marketing Manager from Beds4U Newmarket

Between the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often forget to take proper rest. Did you know that quality sleep is directly proportional to your productivity level? Click the 'read more' button below and find out how sleep affects your productivity...

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1245 days ago

White Leather bar stools

Justine from Herne Bay

Listing on behalf.
4 White leather bar stools for sale. 1 year old in excellent condition from a pet and smoke free home. $200 for the lot.
Pick up is in Grey Lynn, preferably before or on Saturday.
Phone Michelle on 022 013 2295

Price: $200

1245 days ago

Our Reach

Graeme Dingle Foundation

So far, this year, we have reached 136 schools across Aotearoa empowering tamariki and rangatahi to overcome life's obstacles 💚

Find out more about what we do and our programmes on our website today!

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1246 days ago

Have your say: Casino Licence Conditions

Gambling Commission New Zealand

The Gambling Commission invites submissions on its review of the Charitable Trust Licence Conditions for the casino in your area. These conditions help to ensure that money from gambling benefits the community.

Why are the Conditions being reviewed?

The Commission wants to review these … View more
The Gambling Commission invites submissions on its review of the Charitable Trust Licence Conditions for the casino in your area. These conditions help to ensure that money from gambling benefits the community.

Why are the Conditions being reviewed?

The Commission wants to review these Conditions for each casino in New Zealand to ensure that they are fit-for-purpose.

Visit the Gambling Commission’s website to find out more about the review and how to have your say: www.gamblingcommission.govt.nz.
Have your say

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1246 days ago

pet cage for travel

Mary from Auckland Central

a very good condition nearly new as hardly use.
$ 15

Negotiable

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1246 days ago

Deuce leather sneaker

Gabi from Auckland Central

Deuce leather sneaker
size (European) 44
US 10.5
inner sole : 29 cm
white
worn but still with lot's of life left (no holes, tears...)

0204 0572060

Price: $9

1246 days ago

Learning English can be difficult!

NumberWorks'nWords Remuera

Come visit us at NumberWorks'nWords for a free assessment of your child's English and maths to see if we are the perfect fit for you!

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1246 days ago

Free Jacaranda trees

Jeff from Freemans Bay

I have a dozen small trees that I have grown from seed. They are small but do get big so I’d like them to go to homes that have room. They really don’t like being pruned. You can pass one on to a friend if that is better.

Free

1252 days ago

Queen Street to get a makeover as COVID-19 works replaced

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Pocket park, boardwalks and planting for northern end of Queen Street.

Auckland Council & Auckland Transport want your feedback on the proposals for Queen Street. Read More to see the plans and have your say on the proposed changes.

Consultation is open now, closing on 7 May 2021.

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